Lahore Division

Lahore: [ReNews Pakistan]
Lahore Development Authority Director General Tahir Farooq visited three major development projects currently under way in the provincial capital and reviewed the pace, quality and overall progress of construction work in detail.
The LDA DG inspected the Data Darbar Expansion Project, the under construction Bhati Chowk Underpass, the Nasser Bagh Underground Parking Plaza and the Neela Gumbad Underground Parking Plaza. During the visit, TEPA Chief Engineer Iqrar Hussain and the relevant project directors briefed him on the current status of the schemes, construction phases and upcoming targets.
According to the briefing, work on the Neela Gumbad Underground Parking Plaza is progressing simultaneously on all three basements. The roof work of basement three has been completed up to 80 percent, basement two up to 65 percent, while 15 percent of the roof work on the basement one has also been completed. Officials said the project, once completed, would help reduce parking problems in the city’s central business district.
Regarding the Nasser Bagh Underground Parking Plaza, officials informed the DG that 49 percent of the overall work has been completed. Fifty percent of the roof work on the basement one has been finished, while construction activity is also continuing simultaneously on basement two. The completion of the project is expected to significantly improve parking facilities around Nasser Bagh, The Mall and adjoining areas.
Tahir Farooq also reviewed construction work on the Data Darbar Expansion Project and the Bhati Chowk Underpass. He was informed that 35 percent excavation work on the Bhati Chowk Underpass has been completed, while the roof of the underpass barrel has also been laid. Officials said the Bhati Chowk Underpass project is now 46 percent complete overall.
The LDA DG directed the contractor of the Bhati Chowk Underpass to further speed up work, stressing that there would be no compromise on construction quality along with timely completion of the projects. He also inspected ongoing work on the pedestrian underpass, toilet block and pedestrian zone.
Tahir Farooq instructed the relevant officers to strictly monitor progress on all three projects and review the pace of work on a daily basis. He also directed NESPAK to regularly monitor construction quality and submit monitoring reports so that the projects can be completed on time in accordance with the required standards.

Lahore: [Riaz Hussain ReNews]
Senior members of Etihad Town and the Etihad SSP family organized a pleasant and memorable birthday ceremony, describing it as a reflection of strong professional relations, mutual respect and ongoing partnership.
On the occasion, special gratitude was expressed to Etihad Town Chief Executive Officer Shujaullah Khan and Global Head of Sales Gulraiz Iftikhar for arranging the ceremony and extending appreciation, encouragement and strong support.
The event was termed a symbol of professional trust, goodwill and mutual respect, further strengthening the relationship with Etihad Town.
Appreciation was also extended to Umar Mukhtar, Arslan Ahmad Khan, Asghar Ali Kasana, the Head of Sales, and the entire Etihad SSP family for their warm wishes, continued support and goodwill, which made the occasion even more memorable.
Participants said that strong professional relationships, teamwork, mutual trust and long-term partnerships are highly important in the real estate sector. In the same spirit, cooperation and trust between Etihad Town and the relevant teams continue to move forward.
The ceremony was not merely described as a personal celebration, but also as a reflection of the strong professional bond, trust and shared commitment between the leadership of Etihad Town, its sales team and the Etihad SSP family.
In the end, heartfelt gratitude was expressed for the respect, encouragement, support and affection extended by the leadership of Etihad Town and the Etihad SSP family.

Lahore | Riaz Hussain ReNews Pakistan
On the directives of Lahore Development Authority Director General Tahir Farooq, the LDA Town Planning Wing carried out a major operation against illegal commercial buildings and commercial fee defaulters, sealing a total of 158 properties in different areas falling within the LDA controlled jurisdiction.
LDA teams conducted operations in Gulberg, New Garden Town, PIA Scheme, Gulshan e Ravi, Gujjarpura, Canal Road, Samanabad, Shadbagh and Sabzazar. During the crackdown, several properties were sealed over illegal commercial use, violation of approved land use and non-payment of commercial fees.
According to officials, 23 properties were sealed in Gulberg and Garden Town over illegal commercial use, while action was taken against 76 properties in Gulshan-e-Ravi, Gujjarpura, Canal Road, Samanabad and Shadbagh. Similarly, 39 properties were sealed in PIA Scheme for illegal commercial use and non payment of commercial fees.
During a recovery operation, LDA teams also sealed 20 properties in Sabzazar. The sealed properties included private schools, halls, academies, bakeries, pharmacies, beauty salons, clinics, grocery stores, workshops, cloth shops, electric stores, restaurants, food points, shops, offices and other commercial units.
The operation was carried out under the supervision of Chief Town Planner-I Asad uz Zaman and Chief Town Planner-II Azhar Ali. LDA officials said indiscriminate action against illegal commercial buildings and commercial fee defaulters would continue across the city.
LDA DG Tahir Farooq said illegal commercial use, violation of land use and non-payment of dues would not be tolerated under any circumstances. He directed the relevant officers to continue operations against illegal commercial activities in LDA controlled areas in a more effective manner.